7 days of things to do, May 19 to 25: Devon Horse Show, Billy Joel, farewell to the Troc

After decades of hosting illustrious musical acts like Pearl Jam and Sonic Youth, the Trocadero is closing. What better way to send off one of the city’s most beloved live venues than with a huge blowout performance by local bands? Ten bands are taking the stage for what’s sure to be a lively farewell party.

1:30 to 8:30 p.m., the Trocadero, 1003 Arch St., $15 in advance, $18 at the door, all ages, 215-922-6888, thetroc.com

This final-round story slam, about growing pains, will see Philly’s top storytellers compete for a $250 cash prize. Come laugh, cry, and feel with your fellow humans as they bare their souls.

6:30 to 9:30 p.m. FringeArts, 140 N. Christopher Columbus Blvd., $10 general admission, $7 for FringeArts and First Person Arts members, 215-413-9006, fringearts.com

Lest you forget, this Tuesday marks the primary election in Philadelphia. After you do your civic duty, head over to Love City Brewing Co., where local political group Moving Philly Forward hosts a results watch party.

8 to 11 p.m., Love City Brewing Co., 1023 Hamilton St., free, 215-398-1900, facebook.com/lovecitybrewing

South of the stadiums, FDR Park is an oasis for skaters, golfers, dog walkers, and more — and all the use has left an impression over the years. On Wednesday, Friends of FDR Park, the Fairmount Park Conservancy, and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation reveal a new master plan for the 348-acre urban oasis. The event coincides with Parks on Tap, which holds a fund-raising happy hour from 5 to 7 p.m.

4 to 7 p.m., FDR Park, by the boathouse, 1500 Pattison Ave. and South Broad Street, free, 215-683-3600, fdrparkphilly.org/events

Watch show jumping, delight in fudge at the Country Fair, take a ride on the Ferris wheel, and more at this family-friendly annual event.

7 p.m., with additional events through June 2, 23 Dorset Rd., Devon, $15, $7 for children 6-18 and seniors over 65, $10 for active military, 610-964-0550, devonhorseshow.net

Ho-hum. The Piano Man is playing at Citizens Bank Park on Friday — it’s the sixth year in a row he’s done so. The Who follow him on Saturday, with unretiring duo Pete Townshend and Roger Daltrey on the road after releasing their first album of new material in 13 years.

8 p.m., Friday and Saturday, Citizens Bank Park, $99.75 and up, 215-463-1000, phillies.com

If you’re at the Shore for Memorial Day Weekend, check out this Comedy Central duo, who have been hitting the road regularly as part of their popular “Bumping Mics” show since 2017.

8 and 11 p.m., Saturday, Borgata Hotel Casino and Spa, 1 Borgata Way, Atlantic City, N.J., $49 to $59, 609-317-1000, theborgata.com